Garlic Parmesan Beef Chops

Garlic Parmesan Beef Chops

Ingredients:

4 beef loin or ribeye chops

1 tbsp olive oil

4 cloves garlic, minced

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tsp onion powder

1 tsp Italian seasoning

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tbsp butter

Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Season the Chops: Rub both sides of the beef chops with olive oil. Then season with salt, pepper, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and minced garlic.

2. Sear: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Sear the beef chops for about 4–5 minutes per side, until browned.

3. Add Parmesan: Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the chops, reduce heat to low, cover, and let cook for another 2–3 minutes until cheese melts and the chops are cooked to your preferred doneness.

4. Garnish: Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired.

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Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes

Ingredients:

4 medium russet potatoes, thinly sliced

2 tbsp butter

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp all-purpose flour

1½ cups milk

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional: pinch of nutmeg or paprika

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish.

2. Make Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in flour and cook for another minute. Slowly whisk in milk until smooth. Cook until slightly thickened. Stir in cheddar and Parmesan until melted. Season with salt, pepper, and optional nutmeg or paprika.

3. Layer Potatoes: In the baking dish, layer half the potatoes, then half the cheese sauce. Repeat.

4. Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 20 minutes or until golden and bubbly.

5. Cool Slightly: Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving.